Wand Making Workshop with Amanda Gruszie

Join us for a magical Wand Making Workshop with the talented Amanda Gruszie at the Sacred Desert Sanctuary! Get ready to unleash your creativity and craft your very own personalized wand. This in-person event will guide you through the process of selecting materials, carving, and decorating your wand to make it truly unique.

The Enduring Power of Wands: From Ancient Ritual to Modern Fantasy

For millennia, magic wands have captivated human imagination, evolving from simple ceremonial staffs into potent symbols of mystical power. Their origins can be traced back to ancient Egypt, where rods of ivory or wood were used in religious rites to invoke deities and ward off evil. The Greeks and Romans attributed wands—or caducei—to gods like Hermes and Circe, believing these tools channeled divine energy.

During the Middle Ages, European magicians and alchemists incorporated wands into rituals described in grimoires. By the Renaissance, they became intrinsically linked with ceremonial magic. The 19th and 20th centuries saw wands permeate popular culture through stage magic and fantasy literature, solidifying their iconic image as the sleek tools of wizards and witches we know today.

Whether in religion, ceremonial magic, folk practice, or performance, wands have consistently served as a point of focus—a symbolic extension of willpower, divine authority, or imagination.

Wand Making Workshop with Amanda Gruszie

Join Reiki Master/Teacher and crystal enthusiast, Amanda Gruszie, in this immersive wand making class. In this workshop, you will:

• Explore the spiritual properties of various crystals.
• Learn basic wire wrapping techniques for crystals.
• Create a personalized leather handle, expressing your unique artistic vision.
• Wood burn meaningful symbols or words onto your wand.
• Adorn your wand with objects that hold spiritual significance or align with your energetic focus.

All materials needed to craft your wand will be provided. However, feel free to bring any personal shells, feathers, ribbons, charms, or small crystals that resonate deeply with you.

Snacks will be provided and you're welcome to bring snacks to share.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a master wandmaker and connect with fellow magic enthusiasts. Secure your spot now!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Sacred Desert Sanctuary, 60500 Aberdeen, Joshua Tree, United States